Fruit and Cheese Kabobs

The perfect lunch box treat or after school snack, these fruit and cheese kabobs are kid-friendly and adult approved.

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Fellow moms often ask for tips on feeding picky eaters and I frequently respond with “Get them in the kitchen!” It’s true – the more involved your kids are in the process of preparing the food, the more involved they will be during the consumption of food. Hands down.

Fruit and Cheese Skewers - The Lemon Bowl

Want to know another secret weapon for getting little ones to eat the rainbow? SAY CHEESE! Studies show that produce intake is often boosted when foods are paired with irresistible cheesy goodness. So get the kids involved starting at the grocery store by letting them pick out their favorite fruits and cheeses then bring them in the kitchen and let them get to work!

Fruit and Cheese Kabobs for Lunch Box - The Lemon Bowl

These fun fruit and cheese skewers are not only easy to make but great for using up whatever you have on hand to help avoid food waste. We happened to have green apples and my boys love grapes and pineapple but the possible fruit and cheese combinations are endless.

Rainbow Fruit and Cheese Skewers - The Lemon Bowl

Prep your fruit skewers ahead of time then grab from the refrigerator throughout the week while packing lunches or for after school snacking. The balanced combination of protein, healthy carbs, calcium and other nutrients is ideal for giving little ones long lasting energy to get them through their day.

Fruit and Cheese Kabobs - The Lemon Bowl

What are your best tips for feeding picking eaters? I’m all ears!

No forks required.

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Fruit and Cheese Kabobs

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The perfect lunch box treat or after school snack, these fruit and cheese kabobs are kid-friendly and adult approved.
PREP: 15 minutes
TOTAL: 15 minutes
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Servings: 8

Ingredients
 

  • ½ green apple (cut in bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 4 ounces mild cheddar cheese (cubed then quartered)
  • 8 blackberries
  • 8 red grapes
  • ½ cup diced pineapple
  • 8 four inch – wooden skewers

Instructions
 

  • Toss apple chunks with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  • Working one skewer at a time, carefully thread one piece of each fruit and two pieces of cheese on each skewer.
  • Repeat until all 8 skewers are done.
  • Serve immediately or store in a refrigerated air-tight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 138kcalCarbohydrates: 7.5gProtein: 7.3gFat: 9.1gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3.1gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5.7g

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29 thoughts on “Fruit and Cheese Kabobs”

      1. Yes, about 7 years ago. Same family – three kids. Basically raised them from birth until I stopped. The youngest is my god-daughter, and we have become good friends with the family.

  1. I hope it wouldn’t be too weird if I made these to eat as an after school snack….even though I have no kiddos. Sometimes even adults need veggie/fruit eating help!

  2. My 3 1/2 year old has gotten picky in his old age. :) I like your ideas for picky toddlers. These are so pretty and fun–my kids would love them. Yeah for eating the rainbow!

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